The Everyday Scholar

Recent national attention on systematic social injustices has caused many corporate leaders to take a hard look at their company’s approach to diversity, equity and inclusion. In this episode, APU business professor Cynthia Gentile talks to Uva Christina Coles, the founder and CEO of Inclusiva, a consulting firm specializing in workforce inclusion. Learn about the need for companies to create an open and safe space for leaders and employees to talk about diversity, steps and tools needed to build comprehensive DEI policies and procedures, and how the pandemic has helped further these conversations by humanizing employees and drawing closer the line between work and personal lives.

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Education will change more in the next 15 years than it has for the last millennium, predicts Nuno Fernandes, President of American Public University System. Hear how technology and innovation – specifically artificial intelligence – could lead to advancements in education not seen since the advent of the printing press. Together with Dr. Bjorn Mercer, Mr. Fernandes contemplates how AI might transform students’ experiences in the classroom. From unlocking new opportunities for highly customized learning and instruction to potential tuition savings, AI could potentially redefine higher education. As artificial intelligence becomes increasingly prevalent, it is now more important than ever for students – and universities – to embrace change, plus prepare for what’s next.

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Director of Partnership Marketing at the Denver Broncos, Derek Thomas, joins APU’s Dr. Jim Reese today to share his insights from more than 27 years in professional sports. Thomas lays out the facts on everything from climbing the corporate ladder to what goes on behind the scenes during off-season.

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Former GM and current senior advisor for the Oakland Athletics, Billy Beane, shares his insight on the ever-evolving world of professional sports. As a pioneer in the use of data and analytics for managing teams, Beane’s work with the Oakland A’s inspired the book, “Moneyball,” which was adapted for film in 2011. Today, Beane walks Dr. Reese through his decades-long career while answering questions from students eager to launch their own sports management careers.

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How do innovation, AI, and corporate sponsorships impact the world of professional motor sports? And why should Sports Management majors try to learn about finance? Chief revenue officer for Richard Childress Racing, Jason Golden, shares all the answers today with APU Sports Management faculty.

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What are the top industries for MBA graduates to consider? Is working abroad an option? How is AI transforming job interviews? APU School of Business professor and international speaker, Dr. Bob Barrett, shares his insight with Dr. Linda Ashar. 

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With a career spanning more than three decades, former NBA executive, Tommy Sheppard, shares his wisdom with APU’s Dr. James Reese. Hear his advice for students eager to break into the world of professional sports—and what he has to say about the biggest challenges facing athletes today.

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AMU’s Dr. Michael Pittaro talks about the high rate of suicide among correctional officers and the need to address mental health issues among criminal justice professionals. It may surprise some that the leading cause of stress and burnout does NOT come from working with dangerous criminal offenders. Learn how transformational leadership can have a huge impact on the health and wellness of correctional officers.

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There are more than 100 different specialties in nursing, providing nurses with a variety of career options to pursue. In this episode, APU’s Dr. Bjorn Mercer talks to Assistant Dean and nurse Dr. Stacey Malinowski about her career path and the numerous ways students can pursue a nursing education. Learn about what questions to ask when pursuing a nursing education including acceptance of transfer credits, accreditation, online course options, and more.

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How do you build a successful, long-lasting career in the sports industry? What skills matter most? How do you grow your network? Pro-sports executive, published author, and entrepreneur, Andy Dolich, joins APU’s Dr. Jim Reese to answer all these questions, and more.

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